Skilled Print Shop Machine Operator

Print shop operative 

Kentec Electronics Ltd, during the last 40 years, has expanded into a major worldwide manufacturer of independent fire control panels. Over time, the Kentec brand has become known for its top-quality products, outstanding service, and exceptional support. Headquartered in Dartford, Kent, Kentec has established itself as a global leader, supplying control equipment to more than 90 countries across the world in multiple languages.

As part of the Hochiki Corporation – one of the world’s most established and respected fire detection and life safety manufacturers, with over 100 years of history – Kentec is proud to have been a valued member of the Hochiki family for the past 13 years. This partnership has strengthened our position in the global market, enabling us to deliver world-class fire control panel solutions backed by decades of innovation, quality, and reliability. Our shared values and long-standing collaboration continue to drive progress, excellence, and customer trust across the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Undertaking training relevant to their responsibilities


• Driving Daily Department Demands


• Work with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize tasks to ensure customer demand and the production schedule are met.


• Use basic problem-solving skills to ensure stable operation of the work cell.


• Report problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials, and labour to line manager.


• Identify and support continuous improvement efforts with line manager.


• Participate as an active member of the production team and running the machine.


• Follow documented policies and procedures as designated by the company’s Quality System.


• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.


• Complying with company procedures and health and safety rules


• Helping to eliminate delays in getting jobs out on time. And working in correct order.

Skills:

• Strong Communication skills


• Time Management


• Problem Solving Skills


• Conflict Resolution skills


• Good attention to detail


• Good computer skills


• 1 year printing experience (flatbed printer)


• Willingness to learn new skills

Job Specifics

• Working hours Monday to Thursday 2pm – 10pm and Friday 1pm – 8pm with 30 minutes for lunch


• Leave one hour earlier than your contracted finish time every Friday (will be paid)


• Free Parking


• Enhanced workplace pension scheme


• Enhanced parental leave.


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Smart Health)


• Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance)


• Employee Referral Scheme


• Long service awards


• Free Mental Health First Aid courses (M.H.F.A.)


• Life Assurance Cycle to work scheme.


• Internal Training


• Company Events


• Employee benefits, discounts, and perks (Rewards Gateway)


• Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year


• Get the latest tech at the best price and spread the payments over your salary, interest-free (Smartech)